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About Us Norship is one of Northern Australia's leading ship repair and sustainment providers, supporting Defence, commercial and maritime customers from our facilities in Cairns and Darwin.

As a proud member of the Varley Group, we offer the stability, resources, and prospects that come with being part of one of Australia’s leading privately owned companies

The Prospect

We are seeking a hands-on Mechanical Maintenance Labourer with a strong mechanical background to support our maintenance department.

This role will see you working alongside a qualified Diesel Fitter and involved in a wide variety of maintenance tasks across the yard, including:
Maintenance of fixed plant and equipment
Support and servicing of mobile plant
General yard infrastructure maintenance
Assisting with mechanical repairs and preventative maintenance

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, responsibility, and being part of a high-performing team within the marine and heavy industry sector.

What You’ll Bring

We’re looking for motivated individuals with experience in one or more of the following environments:
Shipyards, docks, or marine maintenance
Construction, civil works, or heavy industry




Engineering support or industrial labouring
Mechanical, fabrication, or repair-based workplaces

You’ll thrive in this role if you are:
Able to work both autonomously and as part of a team
Reliable with a strong work ethic
Committed to safety and high-quality workmanship
Comfortable working in physically demanding industrial environments
A self-starter with strong ambition and initiative

Licences & Certifications

The following are highly desirable:
Forklift Licence
Elevated Work Platform (EWP)
Current Drivers Licence

Required (or willingness to obtain):
Construction Induction (White Card)
Working at Heights
Confined Space Entry
Ability to pass drug & alcohol screening

Why Join Norship?
Work with an industry leader in marine and heavy engineering
Be part of major national maritime projects
Diverse and hands-on maintenance work
Supportive team workplace
Opportunities to develop skills within the marine and industrial sector

If you are motivated with mechanical and maintenance experience, we want to hear from you.

Apply now and build your future with Norship.

📌 Mechanical Maintenance Labourer Cairns
🏢 G H Varley
📍 Cairns